CENTRAL | Things to Do, Food and Drink, Visitor Services KEY TO SYMBOLS: d = Beach wheelchairs available in some locations d I = Guide or information for travelers with disabilities = Certified Visitor Information Centers Things to Do Arts and Attractions Addison Blockhouse Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Addison-Blockhouse 2099 N Beach St, Ormond Beach, 386-676-4075 This site houses the ruins of a 19th century plantation owned by John Addison. Big Cat Rescue Educational Sanctuary bigcatrescue.org 12802 Easy St, Tampa, 813-920-4130 Stand just a few feet from a 500-pound tiger. See more than 80 big cats in natural spaces. Creative Clay Cultural Arts Center creativeclay.org 1114 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, 727-825-0515 Arts program consisting of studio and community-based activities. Bing Rooming House African American Museum Dade Battlefield Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/Dade-Battlefield 7200 County Road 647, Bushnell, 352-793-4781 The story of this momentous battle in Florida history is told in the visitor center. Adventure Island, Busch Gardens’ Waterpark plantcitybinghouse.com 205 S Allen St, Plant City, 813-757-6760 African American Rooming House Museum. dI adventureisland.com 10001 N Mckinley Dr, Tampa, 888-800-5447 Adventure Island is 30 acres of water-drenched fun in the sun. Blue Man Group At Universal Orlando Resort Dali Museum Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts/Museum of Florida Art & Culture universalorlando.com/bmg_overview.html 6000 Universal Studios Plz, Orlando, 407-258-3626 Blue Man Group has taken their indescribable live celebration of art and technology. thedali.org 1 Dali Blvd, St. Petersburg, 727-823-3767 Soak in the brilliance as you are surrounded by an unparalleled collection of art by Salvador Dali. dI Daytona Arcade Museum sfscarts.org 600 West College Dr, Avon Park, 863-784-7178 The Wildstein Center presents international and national performers in a 1460-seat venue. dI Brevard Zoo brevardzoo.org 8225 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, 321-254-WILD Kayak, zip line, ride the train, feed a giraffe and see more than 880 animals. daytonaarcademuseum.com 176 N Beach St, Daytona Beach, 386-530-9582 80s Arcade Museum, Hands On! Play over 100 of the Greatest Video & Pinball Games of the 80’s. Daytona Beach Municipal Stadium The Alligator Attraction kissagator.com 12973 Village Blvd, Madeira Beach, 727-329-8751 Perfect for kids, teens, adults, and families -everyone has fun at The Alligator Attraction! See ad on page 34. Reader Response 25 Bronze Kingdom bronzekingdom.com/new-about-us 3201 E Colonial Dr M16, Orlando, 407-203-8864 Open to collectors, institutions and the public for sales, tours, programs and exclusive events. sportsvolusia.com/facilities/daytona-beach/dbmunicipal.stml 3917 LPGA Blvd, Daytona Beach, 386-671-8253 In the heart of sunny Daytona Beach, Municipal Stadium is your sports and entertainment destination. Daytona International Speedway DAYTONA500.com 1801 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, 800-PITSHOP At the world center of racing, see the great American race and the world’s only motorsports stadium. American Police Hall of Fame Busch Gardens Tampa Bay aphf.org 6350 Horizon Dr, Titusville, 321-264-0911 Through interactive displays, simulators and artifacts, this museum educates the public. seaworldparks.com/en/buschgardens-tampa 10165 N Mckinley Dr, Tampa, 888-800-5447 Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure park, offering 335 acres of attractions. See ad on page 107. Reader Response 87 Daytona Lagoon American Space Museum americanspacemuseum.org 308 Pine St, Titusville, 321-264-0434 An amazing museum spotlighting space history and pioneers. Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp American Water Ski Hall of Fame and Museum cassadaga.org 1112 Stevens St, Lake Helen, 386-228-3171 Join us for church services, classes or workshops, or visit one of our mediums or healers. daytonalagoon.com 601 Earl St, Daytona Beach, 386-254-5020 Twisty turns and exciting speed slides. Dinosaur World usa-wwf.org/museum 1251 Holy Cow Rd, Polk City, 863-324-2472 USA Water Ski Foundation raises funds to preserve and celebrate the history of all towed water sports. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens centralfloridazoo.org 3755 NW US Hwy 17, Sanford, 407-323-4450 Feel like a local as you explore the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. dinosaurworld.com 5145 Harvey Tew Rd, Plant City, 813-717-9865 See over 200 life-sized dinosaurs in an outdoor museum setting. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 20 Discovery Cove Andretti Indoor Karting & Games andrettikarting.com 9299 Universal Blvd, Orlando, 407-610-5020 Andretti Karting offers food, drinks, bowling, high-speed karting, laser tag racing, simulators and an arcade. The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art discoverycove.com 6000 Discovery Cove Way, Orlando, 888-800-5447 Experience the most exciting animal encounters the world has to offer in a 30-acre tropical oasis. d Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark AquaticaOrlando.com 5800 Adair Park Pl, Orlando, 888-800-5447 This one-of-a-kind waterpark is home to some of the world’s most thrilling water rides. See ad on page 107. Reader Response 87 morsemuseum.org 445 N Park Ave, Winter Park, 407-645-5311 Holds the world’s most comprehensive collection of works by American designer Louis Comfort Tiffany. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Clearwater Jazz Holiday disneyworld.com Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, 407-WDISNEY Experience a living storybook on a breathtaking adventure with great attractions. See ad on page 9. Reader Response 4 ClearwaterJazz.com 600 Cleveland St, Ste 201, Clearwater, 727-461-5200 Tampa Bay Area’s signature music event with a 38-year tradition of world-class performances. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Art & History Museums Clearwater Marine Aquarium artandhistory.org/ 231 W Packwood Ave, Maitland, 407-539-2181 The only National Historic Landmark in Greater Orlando, with five museums, gardens, artist studios and classes. seewinter.com 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, 727-441-1790 Home to Winter from the Dolphin Tale movies and other rescued marine animals. disneyworld.com/waterparks Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, 407-824-4321 It’s the polar opposite of other water parks, a melted ski resort in the middle of Florida! Disney’s Epcot Park Atlantic Center for the Arts Cornell Fine Arts Museum atlanticcenterforthearts.org 1414 Art Center Ave, New Smyrna Beach, 386-427-6975 Celebrating collaboration, innovation and distinction in the arts! Bach Festival Society of Winter Park BachFestivalFlorida.org 1000 Holt Ave 2763, Winter Park, 407-646-2342 A destination for classical and choral music in tranquil Winter Park. dI rollins.edu/cornell-fine-arts-museum 1000 Holt Ave, Winter Park, 407-646-2526 A museum stimulating transformative encounters with works of art to integrate the knowledge of art. disneyworld.com Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, 407-824-4321 From world travel to wide-eyed excitement, a day at Epcot will set your spirits soaring — literally. See ad on page 9. Reader Response 4 Disney’s Hollywood Studios Crayola Experience The Battle at Narcoossee Mill crayolaexperience.com/orlando 8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Ste 1300 A, Orlando, 407-757-1700 Discover the magic of color with 25 hands-on exciting attractions. disneyworld.com Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, 407-824-4321 Come take center stage as the star of your own adventure at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. See ad on page 9. Reader Response 4 battleatnarcoosseemill.com 4700 Chisholm Park Trl, St Cloud, 407-973-5857 26th Annual Battle at Narcoossee Mill — Civil War battle re-enactment. Crealde School of Art crealde.org 600 St Andrews Blvd, Winter Park, 407-671-1886 We are a community based nonprofit arts organization established in 1975. Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park disneyworld.com Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, 407-824-4321 A magical place where storybook fantasy becomes everyday reality. See ad on page 9. Reader Response 4 96 ✹ VISITFLORIDA.com